Can my husband’s work permit allow me and my daughter to return to Thailand with him?

Thailand Visa Rules Work Permit Dependent Visa Immigration Policies Travel Restrictions

Mar 29, 2020

5 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Hello, Can any of you help. My husband has a work permit and myself and daughter have visas allowing us to live in Bangkok due to my husbands work permit. We are all British and currently in London wanting you fly home to Bangkok. We know he can return to Thailand because he has a work permit, but can we return as well with him? Many Thanks

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The original poster (OP) asks if they can return to Thailand with their husband, who has a work permit. Responses indicate confusion over current entry restrictions for foreigners, with some suggesting only those with work permits can enter while others speculate that dependents might be allowed. The situation is dynamic, and it is advised to check with airlines or official sources for the latest updates.

Hayley *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks everyone!

5 years ago

Didier ********

5 years ago

Chelsea *********

Didn't they mention a few days ago that NO foreigners could enter even if they have a work permit? That may have been rescinded, but that's the last I saw.

5 years ago

Chelsea *********

Ahh okay

5 years ago

Darren *******

@Chelsea ********

but there was some confusion as some translations said work permit holders can enter whereas others said no.

5 years ago

Darren *******

@Chelsea ********

no foreigners unless you have a work permit, pilot, cabin crew, diplomats pretty much. Cabin crew and pilots have to leave within 24 hours I believe

5 years ago

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Darren *******

Henry *********

You would think that the dependents of the work permit holder would be allowed to enter, to keep the family together. Hopefully the OP will post here when they find out.

5 years ago

Roy ***********

@Henry ********

Although it would be nice, I believe that is not the rule. Foreigners outside of Thailand, with valid visa, that want to go home to their family in Thailand can not go if I understand the rules correct. But it may very well be different in a few days.

5 years ago

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Roy ***********

Didier ********

5 years ago

Garrett ***********

That's an interesting question. The way the PMs order was worded, only those with WP can enter at the moment. Even foreigners married to Thais or employed without a work permit (company owners) are restricted from entering. Hell, even Thais are being refused entry.

I'd recommend waiting a few weeks, or sending an email to the airline you're intending on flying with and see if they can offer clarification.

5 years ago

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Garrett ***********

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